Origin of GLIRIDAE. New Latin, from Glir-, Glis, type genus + -idae. This word doesn't usually appear in our free dictionary, but the definition from our premium Unabridged Dictionary is offered here on a limited basis.Note that some information is displayed differently in the Unabridged.rigin of GLIRIDAE. New Latin, from Glir-, Glis, type genus + -idae. This word doesn't usually appear in our free dictionary, but the definition from our premium Unabridged Dictionary is offered here on a limited basis.
knockout mouse(Noun) Any of several forms of mice that have been genetically engineered by inactivating specific genes. Knockout mouse. A knockout mouse is a genetically engineered mouse in which researchers have inactivated, or knocked out, an existing gene by replacing it or disrupting it with an artificial piece of DNA.
Field mice is a term used for a variety of mice found in the U.S. including house mice (Mus musculus) . As the name implies, they are common in fields, which is also true pf many other mice species. However, several species may also be found dwelling in the plains, forests and in old, rural homes.ield mice is a term used for a variety of mice found in the U.S. including house mice (Mus musculus) . As the name implies, they are common in fields, which is also true pf many other mice species. However, several species may also be found dwelling in the plains, forests and in old, rural homes.